These recipes are easy to make and mama will appreciate the time and effort you put into them far more than any fancy dinning experience. You don't need chef skills, just the right ingredients and lots of love. Time to get cooking!

Nothing is easier than cooking in your slow cooker. This chicken is juicy and sweet from the pineapples and brown sugar and is perfect when served with rice and mixed greens. Your mom will love the combination of Latin flavors.

Using pierogies in this classic dish will cut your preparation time in half, thus leaving more quality time to spend with mom. Plus, they make the dish extra rich and give it an Eastern European flair.